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The Morning Show - with Jill Riley

Coffee Break: resurrected music

by Jill Riley

March 29, 2024

The song, "Running Up That Hill," from Kate Bush's 1985 "Hounds of Love" album, experienced a new life in 2022 after its inclusion on the Netflix program "Stranger Things," going to No. 1 in eight countries and to No. 3 in the U.S. that year.
The song, "Running Up That Hill," from Kate Bush's 1985 "Hounds of Love" album, experienced a new life in 2022 after its inclusion on the Netflix program "Stranger Things," going to No. 1 in eight countries and to No. 3 in the U.S. that year.EMI

Sunday is Easter, an important celebration in Christianity that commemorates the resurrection of Jesus Christ. Outside theological discussions, Easter falls during springtime, a time of year that is associated with rebirth and new life.

In the realm of music, we have seen — particularly in recent years — the way many songs have been resurrected as a result of an internet meme; through placement in popular movies, TV and streaming programs; or even use in advertising. And of course, there have been artists we once considered inactive who have surprised us all with a brand-new album after several dormant years. Whatever the cause, a sudden surge in popularity has frequently given new life to older music — and has even relaunched entire careers.

So for today’s 9:30 Coffee Break, what songs that have been brought back to life do you want to hear?


Respond with your song ideas in the comments below.

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Songs Played
Metallica – Master of Puppets
Bob Dylan – Love Sick
Johnny Cash – Hurt
The Stooges – I Wanna Be Your Dog
Run DMC – Walk This Way

Coffee Break: resurrected music